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NM

New Mexico 2025 Regular Session

House - Appropriations and Finance Mar 18th, 2025

House Appropriations & Finance

Transcript Highlights:
  • Chairman, New Mexico has 56 Navajo chapter houses.
  • Many of us are not really happy with the federal government right now and what they're doing.
  • Grande chapter.
  • So, you may not sell that water to the United States government.
  • And my question is this: can the United States government own water rights in New Mexico?
CA

California 2025-2026 Regular Session

Assembly Emergency Management Committee Jul 14th, 2025

Emergency Management

Transcript Highlights:
  • by the state and local governments, as well as guidelines from non-profit organizations, and here's
  • chapter 7a California fire code chapter 49 on requirements for well wildfire urban interface areas the
  • Scientists know how to protect homes, but current laws spread mitigation efforts across multiple codes
  • Quite frankly, a lot of the information will come from the federal government.
  • Not having the funds, not having the ability to coordinate with the federal government.
Keywords: 988, house, all
TX
Transcript Highlights:
  • Our role is outlined in Chapter 418 of the Texas Government Code.
  • This Government Code, the Disaster Act of 1975, governs everything that we do as an agency.
  • The way Chapter 418 reads today, if I'm pre-deploying state assets or local governments, that's not contractual
  • What is a code red? A firefighter asked dispatch to send out a code red alert.
  • The statutory requirements for the flood planning process are laid out in Chapter 16 of the Water Code
Keywords: 1185, senate, all
OK
Transcript Highlights:
  • and Whereas Sam Madewell, honored as the 2025 Oklahoma Air and Space Forces Association Jarretti Chapter
  • neglected middle school technology program, introducing students to STEM subjects such as rocketry, coding
  • state's outstanding educator, Sam Madewell, 2025 Oklahoma Air and Space Forces Association Garrity Chapter
  • neglected middle school technology program, introducing students to STEM subjects such as rocketry, coding
  • I just want to remind all members that Government Oversight will be meeting in room 206 at 10:30 today
FL

Florida 2026 Regular Session

Community Affairs Mar 17th, 2025

Community Affairs

Transcript Highlights:
  • I'm looking at your Chapter 94 as it relates to zoning.
  • Once again, the supposed state of freedom is restricting our city governments, our local governments,
  • You know, Chapter 163 is the Community Planning Act.
  • You know, Chapter 163 is the Community Planning Act.
  • Certainly, this is not to run over local government.
Summary: The committee first heard SB 1134, which would extend the use of qualified private providers in the building permit process to residential solar energy systems and certain single-trade inspections, and would allow computer-based plan review tools. The sponsor said the bill is intended to reduce long solar permitting delays and lower costs. A late amendment clarifying the word “application” was adopted, and after some discussion about local permitting problems and the need to work with municipalities, CS/SB 1134 was reported favorably, with Senator Pizzo voting no. The committee then took up SB 784, dealing with issuance of addresses and parcel identification numbers for plats. The bill sets a 14-day timeframe, and an amendment was adopted that would allow use of a private provider if the deadline is missed and would limit fee collection if verification is not completed. Members discussed whether the bill should include more flexibility and whether private providers are appropriate for this function, but the committee ultimately reported CS/SB 784 favorably. SB 1738, allowing counties that previously opted out of transportation concurrency to opt back in while maintaining current levels of service, was also reported favorably without significant opposition. Next, SB 1080 on local government land regulation was presented as a measure to speed up development permit and order approvals, limit repeated information requests, prevent hearing delays, and impose penalties for noncompliance. Local government testimony argued it would rush planning and weaken public input, while supporters called it common-sense streamlining. After debate, the bill was reported favorably, with several no votes. SB 1260, which clarifies county constitutional officer budget procedures and creates an appeal process for clerks and supervisors of elections similar to that used by sheriffs, was also reported favorably after members raised concerns about county budget timelines. Finally, the committee considered SB 420, as amended by a strike-all, which would prohibit counties and municipalities from adopting or funding DEI-related ordinances, programs, or policies, while carving out compliance with state and federal law and defining DEI-related terms. The amendment removed retroactivity and delayed the effective date, but members from both parties raised concerns about vague definitions, impacts on women- and minority-owned business programs, local commemorations, and the loss of attorney’s fees for prevailing counties. Public testimony was sharply divided, with many speakers opposing the bill as an attack on local control and inclusion, and a few supporting it as a merit-based standard. The amendment was adopted, but the bill drew extensive opposition in debate and was not yet reported in the portion of the transcript provided.
HI

Hawaii 2025 Regular Session

House Chamber - Thu Apr 17, 2025, 11:30AM HST - Day 53

Hawaii House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • <00:22:25.679> to residential landlord tenant code to residential landlord tenant code to
  • So the government hardened the nearby shoreline, which caused erosion of this particular property.
  • <00:27:03.600> So<00:27:03.760> the government constructing a harbor.
  • So the government constructing a harbor.
  • 27:06.880> near<00:27:07.279> nearby the government hardened the near nearby the government
Keywords: 910, house, all
DE

Delaware 2025-2026 Regular Session

Senate Legislative Session - Session 2 - 42nd Legislative Day Jun 30th, 2026

Delaware Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • permit data to the county government.
  • Government as close to the people as it can get.
  • Senator Richardson: So I guess what I'm trying to get to is, is the government, would the government
  • This law will not impact the federal government at all.
  • relating to the Delaware Code relating to the Delaware Code relating to the Delaware Code relating to
Summary: The Senate received communications from the House on numerous measures, including several bills and resolutions passed with amendments, committee reports on bills such as large energy use facilities, campaign finance, voting rights, and appropriations, and a list of pre-file legislation. The chamber then moved through a long floor session with confirmations, bill readings, and roll-call votes, ultimately confirming the nomination of Morgan T. Zern to the Delaware Supreme Court by a 21-0 vote. Among the major policy items considered were property tax and school tax measures tied to the statewide reassessment. The Senate passed House Bill 460, clarifying monthly municipal permit-data reporting to New Castle County; House Bill 461, granting temporary authority for New Castle County school districts to reset school tax rates for one cycle; and House Bill 462, making the split school tax rate permanent with a lower nonresidential cap. Members discussed the fiscal effects at length, including testimony from a school district finance officer that HB 461 would allow revenue-neutral rate setting and offset the fiscal note on HB 462. The Senate also passed House Bill 365 creating a Delaware Indigenous Affairs Commission, House Bill 458 on backflow requirements for low-hazard buildings, Senate Bill 27 establishing the Office of New Americans with a sunset and interagency coordination, and Senate Bill 315 on the Delaware Technical Innovation Program. The chamber also approved Senate Substitute 1 for Senate Bill 300, a firearms dealer regulation bill, after extensive debate over amendments, confidentiality, background checks, and the balance between public safety and burdens on lawful dealers. Several members raised constitutional and practical objections, while supporters argued the bill would reduce trafficking, straw purchases, and theft from dealers. In addition, the Senate passed House Bill 305 creating a diabetes wellness pilot program, with supporters emphasizing the state’s diabetes burden and the program’s federal funding, and House Concurrent Resolution 157, which asks the State Lottery Office to report on iLottery’s impact on small businesses. Senate Bill 325, a fire prevention/background-check bill, was laid on the table after concerns about a late House amendment and requests for more time to consult stakeholders.
US

US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session

US House Floor Proceedings (Tuesday, June 30, 2026)

US Federal House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • And as their voice in Congress, I say we oppose the bad government practices that created the... government
  • by consent of the governed.
  • That governments derived their authority from the consent of the governed, and that human dignity deserved
  • Your fathers esteemed the English government as the home government, England as the fatherland, although
  • of government and the absolute character of its acts, presumed to differ from the home government in
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

Ways Committee Meeting - 2026-05-06

Ways and Means

Transcript Highlights:
  • , in labor code, in tax code, and it changes none of them.
  • It is a state government bill about government contracts.
  • /c><00:12:48.959> in<00:12:49.279> tax<00:12:49.600> code, code, in uh, labor code
  • , in tax code, code, in uh, labor code, in tax code, and<00:12:50.480> it<00:12:50.720> changes
  • government bill about government government bill about government contracts.<00:13:52.240> Um
TX
Transcript Highlights:
  • The federal government maintains a list. That list can change.
  • This is about receiving funding from one of these hostile foreign governments.
  • . ...of these hostile foreign governments.
  • We're thankful for the federal government and the role they have, but we're not waiting on them to get
  • Basically, it's the pleasure of our government to say, "Hey, you can come into our country, but here
Keywords: 1185, senate, all
DE
Transcript Highlights:
  • Code and creates a new chapter for recreational equipment.
  • Local governments are already engaged in comprehensive planning.
  • Mandated in their codes. So it doesn't change that? Correct.
  • Senate Bill 249 is the next chapter.
  • Oh, Joe Arnson, Chief of Government Relations, DSAM.
Summary: The House convened with a quorum, accepted the prior day’s minutes, and read several committee reports and communications into the record. Members also observed moments of silence for two young people who had recently died, and the prayer and pledge were offered before the chamber moved into business. Consent calendar number 28, consisting of several resolutions, passed by voice vote. A large portion of the meeting was devoted to tributes and retirement remarks for Representative Jeff Holowski, who was praised by colleagues for his work on financial literacy, veterans’ issues, health care, diabetes policy, and constituent service, as well as for his military service and community involvement. Holowski thanked staff, colleagues, and his family, and said he was retiring to spend more time with his wife, children, and grandchildren. The chamber also recognized former Representative Harvey Kenton as a guest. The House then acted on several measures. Senate Bill 286, as amended by House Amendment 1, passed 40-0 and extends consumer protections and dealer equity standards to ATVs, side-by-sides, and vessels. Senate Bill 179, which updates the Delaware Sentencing Accountability Commission and its bench book/data analysis process, passed 27-14. Senate Substitute 2 for Senate Bill 23, the housing supply and affordability bill, was presented with extensive explanation and questions about local control, zoning, and implementation, but the transcript ends before a final vote on that measure. Senate Joint Resolution 18, designating August 31, 2026 as International Overdose Awareness Day and directing flags at half-staff, was also discussed in emotional remarks about overdose losses and the state’s ongoing response. The House later recessed for party caucuses.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
  • Because what we're going to hear from DISH today is literally because of government code and short-sightedness
  • And that's based on the Government Code, I think 2001.054, I believe is the provision. 2001.054, I believe
  • The Government Code addresses one issue, but House Bill 1 and SB 2 create another format and another
  • House Bill 1 and SB 1 supersede Government Code 2001.054 where they conflict, and DHS must enforce them
  • “The administrative code procedure that governs electricians or plumbers or beauticians or whatever—House
Keywords: 1185, senate, all
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

Committee on Education Finance - 01/22/25

Education Finance

Transcript Highlights:
  • <00:11:45.600> or called the the price of government or called the the price of government
  • are coded also in chapter 126C, but not in that particular section.
  • are coded also in chapter 126C, but not in that particular section.
  • are coded also in chapter 126C, but not in that particular section.
  • um also in learner uh formulas are coded um also in chapter<01:13:38.679> 126c<01:13:39.480><
Keywords: 1187, senate, all
HI

Hawaii 2026 Regular Session

House Chamber - Tue Apr 14, 2026, 9:00AM HST - Day 44

Hawaii House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • The procurement code, chapter 103D, is our procurement code.
  • The<03:34:14.080> procurement<03:34:14.680> code The procurement code The procurement code
  • procurement code. code. code.
  • . governance. governance.
  • It says government goes first. Government tightens its belt.
Keywords: 910, house, all
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

House Floor Session 5/12/26 - Part 3

Minnesota House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • The amendment is coded A14.
  • The amendment is coded RA26-029.
  • amendment is coded RA26-029. amendment is coded RA26-029.
  • I have the whole chapter of law.
  • government by 40%. government by 40%.
Keywords: 919, house, all
Summary: The House took up House File 4138, a bill aimed at limiting harmful social media features for children and requiring parental involvement for minors using platforms in Minnesota. Early on, members reconsidered and then adopted the Smith amendment (A13) after first rejecting a narrower amendment to the amendment (A18) on a 67-67 tie. Representative Bonner then offered a technical amendment (A14) to address liability and drafting concerns, but withdrew it after saying it contained an unintended drafting error and could create legal problems, including issues around data collection and rulemaking. During third reading debate, supporters described the bill as a first step to protect children from addictive social media design, online exploitation, and harmful data practices. Representative Scott said the bill would require parental consent and limit addictive features for child accounts, while emphasizing that the consent language must be prominent and that the bill’s effective date would not begin until next July. Representative Enen, Representative Feist, Representative Greenman, and others backed the measure as a bipartisan effort to hold big tech accountable and protect kids, though Greenman also noted that the legislature had not shown the same willingness to confront gun violence. Opponents and skeptics raised concerns that the bill relies on parents understanding complex legal and technical terms, that it may not fully protect children, and that it could still leave gaps around liability and privacy. Representative Leeing questioned why the bill does not simply restrict addictive features for all children and asked about parental waivers and location tracking; Scott responded that the bill uses IP address information and does not specifically address liability waivers, but said the measure is a policy choice intended to empower parents. The debate ended with broad support from several members, and the bill was presented as likely to pass, though no final vote on the bill itself was included in the excerpt.
MA

Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session

Joint Committee on the Judiciary Jun 21st, 2026 at 01:00 pm

Joint Committee on the Judiciary

Transcript Highlights:
  • Code 42, which is public health and welfare, not criminal code.
  • This line should never have been added to the Massachusetts Code.
  • This line should never have been added to the Massachusetts Code.
  • This is the corruption of our medical system and government.
  • Individual consent, not employer or government mandate, should govern health decisions.
Keywords: 995, all
Summary: The committee hearing began with opening remarks from the House and Senate chairs outlining procedures for a large public hearing with more than 100 witnesses on 64 legislative proposals. They explained time limits, rules for in-person and virtual testimony, written testimony procedures, and the committee’s reporting deadline. Testimony then moved through a series of juvenile justice, child protection, and civil liberties bills, with witnesses generally urging favorable reports or, in one case, opposing expanded juvenile court transparency and child advocate access to records. Several witnesses supported bills aimed at juvenile justice reform. Representative Hendricks backed H. 1744 to prevent child labor exploitation and trafficking, citing federal findings of child labor in seafood processing and calling for stronger penalties and a ban on minors working in such facilities. Senator Gomez supported S. 1131 and S. 1121 to reduce juvenile fees, fines, restitution burdens, and bail-related costs, arguing they worsen racial and economic disparities. Senator Crean and other advocates supported S. 1051/H. 1695 to expand juvenile diversion eligibility, while multiple witnesses from juvenile justice and immigrant advocacy groups supported H. 1657/S. 1058 to expand juvenile expungement and to limit sharing juvenile fingerprints with federal authorities, describing recent ICE detentions of Chelsea students and the resulting fear in immigrant communities. Witnesses also supported H. 1918/S. 1240 to narrow the youthful offender statute, raising the minimum age and reducing mandatory adult-style penalties for youth. The committee also heard testimony on child safety and bodily autonomy bills. Middlesex District Attorney Marion Ryan supported H. 1752 to protect children left in extreme temperatures, explaining it would create civil penalties, allow emergency responders to remove children from cars without liability, and add criminal penalties when serious injury results. Representative Thurber and Senator O’Connor testified for H. 2011/S. 1227, a bill prohibiting coercion or mandates for health-related interventions, including vaccinations, and allowing legal remedies for violations. Senator Jalen supported S. 1136/H. 1847 to prevent false confessions by requiring recording of interrogations and banning deceptive tactics, and several innocence-project and legal-services witnesses described wrongful convictions tied to false confessions and coercive interrogations. Another major topic was H. 1626, which would require age verification for pornographic content and launch an education campaign about online sexual exploitation; Representative Cruz and survivor Udoz Wallace testified in support, describing nonconsensual image sharing and deepfake harms. Not all testimony was supportive. The Committee for Public Counsel Services opposed S. 1035, which would increase transparency in juvenile court proceedings, and H. 1689, which would expand the child advocate’s access to confidential juvenile records, arguing both would undermine privacy and trauma-informed protections for children and families. No votes or formal committee actions were taken during the portion of the hearing provided; the session consisted of opening remarks and public testimony on the listed bills.
CA
Transcript Highlights:
  • Today we will hear the Administration Spending Plan for Water and Coastal Resilience chapters and chapters
  • We're here to discuss the Water Chapter and the Proposition 4 bond.
  • On the other hand, there are a few new programs within the water chapter.
  • I know we've been working with the U.S. government and the U.S. Congress.
  • And that's what you have government agencies do—all those things.
Keywords: 988, house, all
MN
Transcript Highlights:
  • The amendment to the amendment is coded A18.
  • amendment is coded A14. amendment is coded A14.
  • starts to turn the page in the chapter starts to turn the page in the chapter that<00:09:51.360>
  • > responsibility government abdicating its responsibility government abdicating its responsibility
  • pass the design code pass the design code so<00:40:58.160> that<00:40:58.400> we<00
Keywords: 919, house, all
Summary: The House took up House File 4138, a bill aimed at limiting harmful social media features for children and requiring social media companies to report potential mass-shooting threats to the BCA. Members first reconsidered and then adopted the Smith amendment (A13), while a proposed amendment to that amendment (A18) failed on a 67-67 tie. Representative Bonner then introduced a technical amendment (A14) but withdrew it after explaining it needed further work to avoid liability and legal problems. The bill was then read for third reading as amended. Debate centered on the bill’s approach to child safety online. Supporters, including Representatives Scott, Eng, Feist, Greenman, and Gilman, argued that social media is addictive, harmful to children’s mental health, and too often exploits kids, and they said the bill is an important bipartisan first step. Several members also emphasized that parents should be involved, though some questioned whether parents can realistically understand the technology and legal terms well enough to make informed decisions. Representative Leeing raised concerns about location privacy, parental consent, possible liability waivers, and whether the bill should instead restrict addictive features for all children rather than only those whose parents consent. The discussion also broadened to related public-safety issues. Representative Greenman contrasted the difficulty of advancing this bill with the Legislature’s inability to move gun-related provisions, arguing that organized interests like the gun lobby and big tech are blocking stronger protections for children. Representative Bonner later described specific cases of children harmed through social media, including sextortion and fentanyl-related deaths, to argue that the bill does not yet cover all vulnerable youth and should be strengthened. No final vote on passage is included in the transcript excerpt, but the amended bill advanced to third reading.
NH

New Hampshire 2026 Regular Session

Senate Commerce (01/20/2026)

Commerce

Transcript Highlights:
  • governance of condominiums.
  • them by state government. them by state government.
  • want to flag that the state fire code want to flag that the state fire code does<00:52:17.520>
  • But by under this um this chapter.
  • Um it can be brought by code.
Keywords: 1191, senate, all
TX
Transcript Highlights:
  • A name along with a unique identifying account number is what constitutes PII under Texas code.
  • theft as a negotiable instrument, as the theft of personal identifying information, as defined in Chapter
  • 32 of the Penal Code.
  • value of the check, like the theft of personal identifying information... statutes that we see in Chapter
  • Mail theft can be targeted on a federal level, but the federal government either cannot or will not act
Keywords: 1184, house, all